William P. Cannon, 84, of Riverside, CA, died surrounded by family members on Monday, January 30, 2023 after a long illness.

Born August 14, 1938 in Poughkeepsie, NY, he was the son of the late Francis V. Cannon and the late Marietta E. (nee Yerry) Cannon. William "Bill" was predeceased by his brothers Joseph Cannon, Victor G. Cannon, Ronald Cannon and brother-in-law, George Guldenschuh.

He proudly and honorably served in the U.S. Navy, enlisting at age 17. Mr. Cannon was a man who, despite his lack of formal education, found success in the fields of construction, finance, and restaurant ownership.

Mr. Cannon is survived by his brother, Francis "Frank" V. (Ann) Cannon, Jr., of Texas, his sister, Marietta "Sue" Guldenschuh, of New York, daughter, Elaine (Paul) Ryan of Virginia, William "Will" M. (Maria) Cannon of S. Carolina, daughter, Florence "Flo" Gellman, grandchildren; Maria Juroe, Benjamin Ryan, Vincent (Caitlin) Ryan, Jessica Gellman and great-grandchildren; David, Michael, Evangeline and Giovanni.

A memorial calling hour will be from 10a.m. to 11a.m. and a memorial service will take place at 11a.m. on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Sweet's Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Hyde Park, NY. Burial will follow immediately after at Union Cemetery of Hyde Park, NY.

Mr. Cannon's family respectfully asks that memorial donations be sent to The Salvation Army or Morningstar Christian Church, 79-83 East Chester Street, Kingston, NY 12401.

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